1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Carribean would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Packard Carribean. (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1955 Packard Carribean. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 809 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Packard Carribean | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Packard | Lotus |
| Model | Carribean | Evora |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2575 mm |
